… as NNPCL, Afreximbank partner to build 500-bed facility for oncology, hematology, cardiology
By Gloria Ikibah
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reiterated its commitment to adding value across various sectors and communities in the country.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ engagement with the National Assembly Press Corps on Saturday in Abuja, the company’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye,emphasised the crucial role of the oil sector in Nigeria’s economic and social growth.
He assured that NNPCL was dedicated to more than just supplying fuel but also contributing to national development.
Shoneye stated: “I’m glad to have you here again at this stakeholder engagement proudly sponsored by NNPC.
“It is truly heartwarming to see how it has brought us together. At NNPC, we believe in fueling not just vehicles but also meaningful moments like this. Tonight is another night that NNPCL will successfully power laughter and great partnerships”.
Reaffirming NNPCL’s dedication to national progress, Soneye showcased various initiatives aimed at improving lives across the country.
He pointed to the impact of the NNPC Foundation, which recently facilitated 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest, restoring vision to many beneficiaries.
He also revealed NNPCL’s partnership with Afreximbank to finalize the African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), a 500-bed facility focused on oncology, hematology, cardiology, and advanced medical training for Nigerians.
“We are set to perform another 1,000 surgeries in the North and an additional 1,000 in the Southeast and South-South before the end of the second quarter of 2025.
“This strategic investment aims to enhance access to specialized healthcare, ensuring that Nigerians receive world-class medical treatment. The AMCE is scheduled to commence operations in June 2025,” Soneye disclosed.
NNPCL provided an update on its Medical Hospital in Abuja, which treated 122,483 patients in 2024 alone. The facility has been crucial in delivering emergency care to accident victims and offering essential medical services, including radiology, physiotherapy, maternity care, dental and eye treatments, and life-saving surgeries.
“Across Nigeria, NNPC hospitals continue to play a pivotal role in improving healthcare access and saving lives. This is a direct demonstration of how NNPC is utilizing oil revenues to positively impact the lives of Nigerians on a daily basis”, he added.
Shoneye emphasised that oil is not just a commodity but the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, driving industrialization, employment, and national development.
He further highlighted the vital role of oil in everyday life, from powering homes and transportation to serving as a foundation for industries such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.
“For nations like Nigeria, oil fuels transportation, powers industries, and generates revenues that support national growth.
“Without oil, modern life as we know it would be vastly different,” he added.
He reaffirmed NNPCL’s commitment to energy accessibility and economic stability, he stressed the company’s focus on responsible resource management.
Shoneye therefore urged stakeholders to drive policies and innovations that will secure Nigeria’s future.
“At NNPC Ltd., we remain committed to ensuring energy accessibility, economic stability, and fostering global partnerships that strengthen the oil industry for the benefit of our people.
“Together, we must continue to drive policies and innovations that secure the prosperity of our dear country,” he stated.
The event provided a platform for discussions on the oil industry’s role in national development and NNPCL’s social impact initiatives